Attachment 4 - Salient Characteristics.pdf

Purchase Description Truck, Diesel, Crew Cab, 4X2, Van Body, Modified

NSN 2320-01-375-5833

Note to Offerers: Offerers shall explicitly and completely identify any and all exceptions taken to the requirements of this specification. Drawings, literature, and any other information submitted with an offer do not constitute a stated or implied exception unless specifically identified in writing as an exception and accepted and implemented by an amendment to the solicitation or modification to a contract. Any exception deemed acceptable by the Government shall only apply to the specific item, requirement, etc. cited, and shall not extend to any other requirement

Offerers offering other than brand name items identified below, when an “or equal” may be acceptable, shall furnish with their offers all technical data information, product descriptions, etc. to ensure that a determination may be made as to the equality of the product(s) offered (see clause titled “Brand Name or Equal” set forth in Section 552.210-74 of the GSA Acquisition Regulations.)

1. SCOPE

This description is for a modified van truck to be utilized by the Air Force.

2. APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS

2.1 SOCIETY OF AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERS, INC.

SAE J1292 Automobile, Truck, Truck-Tractor, Trailer Wiring- Recommended Practice

SAE J429 Mechanical and Material Requirements for Externally Threaded Fasteners

SAE J1199 Mechanical and Material Requirements for Metric Externally Threaded Steel Fasteners

SAE J163 Low Tension Wiring and Cable Terminals and Splice Clips

SAE J561 Electric Terminals-Eylet and Spade Type

SAE J858a Electric Terminals-Blade Type

SAE J928 Electric terminals-Pin and Receptacle Type

Applications for copies of SAE publications should be addressed to SAE, Inc., 400 Commonwealth Drive, Warrendale, PA 15096

2.2 MILITARY STANDARDS AND HANDBOOKS

MIL-HDBK-1223 -Handbook—Nontactical Wheeled Vehicles Identification Marking and Data Plate Standards

Unless otherwise indicated, copies of Federal and military specifications, standards, and handbooks are available from Naval Publications and Forms

Center, Military Specifications and Standards, Bldg. 4D, 700 Robbins Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111-5094. Military specifications and standards are also available for downloading on the Internet through the Department of Defense Single Stock Point for Military Specifications, Standards, and Related Publications (DODSSP). DODSSP is the gateway link site to the Acquisition Streamlining and Standardization System (ASSIST and ASSIST-On Line) and may be accessed at http://dodssp.daps.mil.

2.3 OTHER STANDARDS

ASME/ANSI B18.18.1M Inspection and Quality Assurance for General Purpose Fasteners ANSI publications may be accessed at:

http://webstore.ansi.org/ansidocstore/default.asp

TMC RP 403- Placement of Safety Equipment and TMC RP 711-12 Year Life Swing Type Dry Freight Van Trailer Doors Published by The Technical and Maintenance Council of the American Trucking Association, 2200 Mill Road, Alexandria, VA 22314

2.4 ORDER OF PRECEDENCE

In the event of a conflict between the text of this purchase description and the references cited above, this purchase description takes precedence. Nothing in this purchase description, however, supercedes applicable state and federal safety laws and regulations and the requirements set forth in the vehicle manufacturer’s Bodybuilders and Incomplete Vehicle Manuals.

3. REQUIREMENTS

Materials shall be as specified herein. When materials are not specified, the vehicle and all parts thereof shall be furnished to provide the intended function, durability, safety, and maintain good long term appearance. All materials shall be new, shall be suitable for the intended purpose, and shall be free of any characteristics or defects in material and workmanship, which may affect the performance, function, durability, and serviceability of the finished vehicle, or detract from its appearance. The government reserves the right to make the final determination of the suitability of all components and their arrangement on and in the vehicle.

All modifications and additions to the chassis shall conform to all requirements of the chassis manufacturer’s Body Builders Layout Book and Incomplete Vehicle Manual applicable to the incomplete chassis model and year of manufacture. The truck shall be capable of being operated in the continental United States and fully functional in the following operating conditions:

Temperature range: -40 to +115 deg F

Improved and unimproved roads

Mountainous terrain

Snow, mud, and ice conditions http://dodssp.daps.mil/

The truck chassis and completed vehicle shall conform to the requirements of CFR 49 Part 571- Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS), and the completed vehicle shall conform to CFR 49 Part 393 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations

(FMCSR).

3.1 TRUCK VAN WITH CREW CAB

3.1.1 TRUCK CHASSIS

Chassis exhaust emissions requirements:

Exhaust emissions for all heavy duty diesel engines and vehicles over 8500 pounds GVWR equipped with heavy duty diesel engines shall comply with the requirements in the Code of Federal Regulations Title 40 Subchapter C- Part 86, “Control of Emissions from New and In-use High-way Vehicles and Engines” section 86.007-11 “Emission standards and supplemental requirements for 2007 and later model year diesel heavy-duty engines and vehicles” in addition to the following requirements:

Exhaust emissions for particulates shall not exceed 0.01 grams per brake horsepower-hour (g/bhp-hr). The use of the Average, Banking, Trading (ABT) Program as referenced in CFR Title 40 Subchapter C-Part 86 section 86.007-15 shall not apply to the exhaust emissions attainment levels for particulates.

Exclusions, exemptions and nonconformance penalties, that may be available under other provisions in the Environmental Protection Agency’s programs, shall not apply to the exhaust emissions requirements for particulates referenced above.

The chassis shall be a current year model crew cab, 4X2, conventional truck chassis furnished with all the offeror’s standard equipment and meeting the following minimum requirements and furnished with the following optional equipment:

GVWR 31,000 lbs.

Minimum Payload 7500 lbs. (GVWR minus curb weight of completed vehicle) CA As required for 20 ft. body Front axle 10,000 lbs. rating Rear axle 21,000 lbs rating, sgl. speed, with automatic traction control Axle seals oil Wheel ends hub piloted Suspension minimum 9000 lbs front, 19,000 lbs rear Engine minimum 275 hp 800 ft-lbs torque Transmission automatic-5 speed Max Governed Speed 70-75 MPH Coolant protection to -63 deg F.

Frame RBM minimum 900,000 in-lbs RBM Brakes full air

Steering power Wheels disc Tires 10R22.5G/Highway Front; 10R22.5G/ All Terrain Rear with minimum speed rating of 75 MPH Alternator minimum 145 amp Battery min 535 CCA/540 minute reserve Exhaust type Vertical exhaust pipe and muffler Fuel Tank Dual tanks, minimum 50 gallon working capacity each tank Mirrors heated, motorized RH mirror Horn electric and air Seats air ride drivers seat, fixed passenger seat Back Up Alarm required Wipers intermittent Radio AM/FM/CD player Engine Hour Meter required Chassis Color Cab exterior color shall be OEM color closest to Air Force

Strata Blue, Federal Standard color 15042.

3.1.1.2 Air Conditioning

The chassis OEM’s standard chassis air conditioning shall be furnished.

Offering: Cab auxiliary air heater

Manufacturer: _________________________________________________________

Model: _______________________________________________________________

3.1.4 IN-LINE FUEL HEATER

An in-line fuel heater, utilizing engine coolant, shall be furnished to prevent fuel filter clogging due to waxing of the fuel. The unit shall transfer sufficient heat to the fuel to raise the fuel temperature from -40 deg F to plus 9 deg F with a fuel flow rate not less than the maximum fuel demand of the engine. A coolant shutoff valve shall be furnished on the coolant entry side of the warmer.

3.1.5 OIL PAN HEATER

An electric surface type heater - not more than 2.8 watts per square centimeter (W/cm2) (18 watts per square inch) or less than 1.4 watt/sq. cm (9 watts per sq. in.) heating capacity shall be furnished. If the design of the bottom of the oil pan dose not allow for a surface type heater, an immersion type heater shall be furnished. If an immersion type heater is offered, it shall be approved by the Government.

The oil pan heater shall conform to all requirements of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulation 393.77(b) (7).

Offering: Oil Pan Heater

Manufacturer: _________________________________________________________

Model: _______________________________________________________________

3.1.6 CREW CAB

The cab interior shall be furnished with two dome lights, one for the front seat and one for the rear seat. Each shall be equipped with dual, adjustable, high intensity map lights.

The dome lighting shall illuminate the entire cab area. The crew cab shall be furnished with a full headliner. Full insulation shall be furnished in the cab and firewall. Rear door windows and rear window shall be furnished with darkest available aftermarket tint. The remainder of the windows shall be furnished with the darkest legal tint commercially available.

3.1.7 MILITARY MARKING

Markings and data plates shall conform to MIL-HDBK 1223 with the following exception:

"US AIR FORCE", "VEHICLE REG. NUMBER" AND "FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY" are not required on the sides or rear of the vehicle; however, the contract number is required on the data plate in conformance with MIL-HDBK 1223, and on DD Form 250.

A Vehicle Data Plate shall be furnished on each and every vehicle delivered, in accordance with MIL-STD-1223 and with the addition of two new fields, “Ship To” and

“Mark For”. The Data Plate shall be permanently attached to the vehicle under the hood, if possible. If not, the data plate shall be placed inside the door or in the glove box. The following information, at a minimum, shall be included on the Data Plate:

NOMENCLATURE TRUCK-DIESEL-CREW CAB-4X2-VAN-MODIFIED

MAKE AND MODEL_______________________________________

MANUFACTURES SERIAL NUMBER (VIN) _____________________

REGISTRATION NUMBER _________________________________*

NSN NUMBER __________________________________________*

VEHICLE CURB WEIGHT ________________________________ LBS

PAYLOAD, MAXIMUM____________________________________LBS

GROSS WEIGHT, MAX __________________________________ LBS

GROSS WEIGHT COMB________ _________________________ LBS

DATE OF DELIVERY _____________________________________

WARRANTY___________________MOS___________________MILES

CONTRACT NUMBER___________________________________

SHIP TO _______________________________________________

MARK FOR _____________________________________________

US PROPERTY

* Number (s) provided to the successful offeror after contract award

3.1.9 PARTS LIST OR BOOK AND SHOP REPAIR MANUALS

One hard copy and one electronic version operator’s manual shall be packed with each vehicle. Two hard copy sets and one electronic version of maintenance and parts data along with any operation, maintenance and parts data for mounted or specialized equipment, shall be furnished, regardless of the number of vehicles the consignee is receiving. Example: if ten vehicles are shipped to a consignee, only two sets of the tech manuals mentioned above are shipped to the consignee; however, an operator’s manual shall be provided for each vehicle.

In addition, one hard copy and one electronic version of technical manuals consisting of operating, maintenance, and parts for the chassis and mounted equipment, shall be sent to the following address:

542 MSUG/GBMUDE

380 Richard Ray Blvd, Suite 104 Robins AFB, GA 31098-1640

3.1.10 SPARE TIRE ASSEMBLY

A spare tire assembly for the front axle shall be provided. The spare tire assembly shall be identical to those on the axle for which it is intended. The spare tire assembly shall include an inflated spare tire(s) mounted on the spare wheel(s).

3.1.11 SPARE TIRE CARRIER

A carrier for a spare tire assembly shall be provided. The carrier shall enable the safe removal and installation of the spare tire assembly from and to the vehicle and carrier without personnel positioning themselves or any part of their body under the spare tire assembly. Threaded fasteners, when used to secure the spare tire assembly in the carrier, shall be constructed of or plated with corrosion resistant material. The spare tire carrier shall be furnished on the vehicle undercarriage, where the tire assembly is easily accessible from the curbside of the vehicle.

3.1.12 EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT, EXTINGUISHER, TRIANGLES

Emergency equipment in accordance with FMCSR 393.95 shall be provided:

Fire extinguisher, minimum 10 B:C, as required in 395.95 paragraph (a)(1)(i).

Spare fuses as required in 393.95 paragraph (b).

Reflective emergency triangles meeting the requirements of 49 CFR 571.125 (FMVSS 125) as required in 393.95 paragraph (f)(1).

In addition, the cab shall be equipped with two portable fire extinguishers; each rated at least 2A-1B-C. One of the extinguishers shall be mounted on the outside of the cab on the driver's side on the front of the van body and the other inside the cab on the transmission “hump”. The extinguisher that is mounted outside of the cab shall be mounted away from potential fuel sources (fuel tanks, engine compartment, etc). The government shall approve the location of these two fire extinguishers.

3.1.13 PLACARD HOLDERS

Hazardous material placard holders in accordance with 40 CFR Part 172 shall be installed on each side and each end of the vehicle.

The following placards shall be furnished:

1.3C Explosive

1.4S Explosive

Flammable

Drive Safely

3.2 VAN BODY GENERAL

The van body overall dimensions shall be as follows:

Length of body = 240 in ± 1 in.

Inside width of body = 96 in + 2.0 in. – 0.0 in.

Inside height of body = 96 in + 2.0 in – 0.0 in.

3.2.1 VAN BODY

The body subframe, rear corner posts, rear header, rear crossmember, rear bumper and dock bumper shall be constructed of steel. Body, front posts, roof panels, rub rails or buffer sheets, side and front wall panels shall be constructed of aluminum. Roof bows and side posts shall be aluminum or galvanized steel. (see paragraph 3.2.11). The steel used shall be of the minimum gages specified for carbon steel; high tensile steel used may be two gages lighter weight in accordance with US Standard gages.

3.2.2 VAN BODY WIND DEFLECTION

An aerodynamically streamlined body front shall be incorporated into the design of the body to direct airflow around the sides and over the top of the van body. The construction shall be integral with the van body front wall, sidewalls and roof, giving a curved front radius.

3.2.3 VAN BODY SUBFRAME

Van body sub frame shall be welded steel construction, braced at all points of stress.

Crossmembers shall be full width, minimum 3 inches depth, of full channel, I-beam or equivalent section, steel construction, attached to longitudinal sills by welds on maximum 12 inches centers. When sub framing is a welded assembly, angle gussets (when used), crossmembers, longitudinal sills, and welded reinforcements (when used) shall be joined by weld for not less than 50 percent of the length of the contact edge(s).

Spacing of crossmembers shall be equal, ahead of, and to the rear of the wheels.

Longitudinal sills shall be constructed of structural steel channels, structural steel I-beams, formed steel channels or form rolled steel I-beams. Formed channel sills shall be reinforced with formed channel reinforcements within the sill. Formed channel reinforcements shall be provided at each subframe crossmember attachment point and at each chassis mounting point. Form rolled I-beam sills shall be high tensile 60,000 psi yield steel, not less than 4 inches high and not less than 3.190 pounds per foot.

Formed channel crossmembers, gussets, formed channel longitudinal sills and reinforcements shall be of not less than 7 gage (0.094 inch) steel. Extruded aluminum or steel side and front rails shall be furnished. When steel side and front rails (out-rails) are furnished they shall be of not less than 12 gage (0.1046 inch) steel. Design of the subframe shall permit low floor height, while providing tire chain clearance.

Understructure shall be rust proofed in accordance with FED-STD-297.

3.2.4 VAN BODY FRAMING.

Side and front post construction of aluminum or galvanized steel bodies shall be extruded aluminum and shall be not less than 1.125 inches in depth and 0.330 pound per foot when side and front wall posts are spaced 16 inch maximum centers. Side and front post construction shall be extruded aluminum and shall be not less than 1.25 inches in depth and 0.43 pound per foot when side and front wall posts are spaced on 18 inch maximum centers. Front corner posts, when used, shall be extruded aluminum and shall be not less than 1 inch in depth and 0.482 pound per foot. When front radius corners without front corner posts are used, the radius corners shall be of not less than

0.071 inch aluminum or 0.037 inch stainless steel, attached to the nearest side and front posts. The front structure shall be capable of withstanding a horizontal static load equal to 0.4 times the payload capacity of the vehicle without permanent distortion. Rear corner posts shall be provided and shall be of not less than 10 gage 0.1345 inch galvanneal or 12 gage 0.1046 inch stainless steel.

3.2.5

3.2.6

3.2.6.1

3.2.10 VAN BODY MOUNTING

3.2.10.1 BODY MOUNTING

Body shall be secured with U-bolts, twin studs, or brackets. Body shall be mounted in full accordance with the chassis and body manufacturer’s recommended practice.

3.2.10.2 U-BOLTS OR TWIN STUDS

When U-bolts or twin studs are used, there shall be not less than four U-bolts or twin studs per side each having 0.563 inch body diameter with 0.625 inch minimum thread diameter. Tieplates shall be at least 0.5 inch thick and a slight deformation upon assembly is permissible. The vehicle chassis frame shall be protected from crushing by using spacer blocks at each mounting point unless the mounting point is located at a full depth frame crossmember. Blocks shall incorporate a keeper strap or groove for the mounting bolt, and shall be of a width and thickness to assure retention. Two tieback

3.2.11.2 STORAGE BOXES

Two minimum 14 Gage galvaneal steel storage boxes shall be mounted to the chassis frame rails, one on each side. The street side box shall be 60 inches in length, 31 inches deep and 24 inches high (plus 1 minus 1.25 inch). The box shall be of double door design, latching in center and incorporate T-handle door latches and spring type door hold open devices and shall not require keys for opening and closing. The curbside box shall be 36 inches in length, 31 inches deep and 24 inches high (plus / minus 0.25 inch).

The box shall be of double door design, latching in center and incorporate T-handle door latches and spring type door hold open devices. Both boxes shall be mounted forward of the rear wheels. Both boxes shall be reinforced and mounted to the frame such that there is no flexing, or “oil canning” of the boxes’ mounting structure or sheet metal. The storage box doors shall be sealed with neoprene bulb type automotive door edge seals, with the ends of the sealing strips on the bottom of the doors.

3.11 ELECTRICAL

3.11.1 12-VOLT DC LIGHTING

3.11.1.1 VAN STOP, TAIL, TURN, AND CLEARANCE LIGHTS

Stop, tail, turn and marker lights shall be LED style lights. The rear stop, tail and turn lights shall be protected by stainless steel wire mesh covers.

3.11.1.2 VAN INTERIOR 12 VDC LIGHTS

Eight (8) shielded 12V DC floodlights, furnished with trapezoidal fixtures and tungsten halogen bulbs shall be mounted on the sidewalls, four on each wall, located as follows:

3.11.5 WIRING

All 12 volt DC wiring shall be in accordance with the applicable requirements of SAE J1292. All wiring shall be copper stranded and protected by SXL, GXL, or Hypalon type insulation. All in-line wiring connections shall utilize locking lip seal type connectors. Wiring shall be routed in a flexible loom or conduit. All fasteners, conduit, and conduit fittings shall not exhibit electrolysis with adjacent materials. All wires and looms shall be routed to assure that they do not abrade or be damaged by any part of the chassis, engine, or body. Grommets or electrical bulkhead fittings shall be furnished when wires or harnesses pass through walls or structural members. All conduits, looms and wires shall be secured to the body or frame using insulated metal cable straps. Wiring terminals shall be crimped to assure that they grip both the wire insulation as well as the conductor. Terminal attachments shall comply with SAE J163, and the terminations themselves must comply with SAE J561 (ring and spade types), SAE J858 (blade type), or SAE J928 (pin and receptacle type). Circuit protection shall be accomplished by the use of circuit breakers, fuses, or fusible links conforming to SAE specifications. All switches, relays, connectors, and all other electrical components shall be rated for a minimum of 125 percent of the maximum current for which the circuit is protected.

Environmentally sealed switches shall control 12-volt systems lighting systems.

Wire sizes and circuit breaker ratings shall comply with the following:

Wire Size (minimum) Circuit Breaker Rating (maximum)

18 AWG 5 AMPS

16 AWG 10 AMPS

14 AWG 15 AMPS

12 AWG 20 AMPS

10 AWG 30 AMPS

8AWG 50 AMPS

3.12

3.12.1 WORKMANSHIP.

A. Vehicles shall be free from defects that may impair their serviceability or detract from appearance.

B. All bodies, systems, equipment and interfaces with the chassis shall be done in accordance with the OEM ’s Body Builders Book. Whenever dissimilar metals are used, they shall be insulated against corrosive action.

C. All components will be new. Defective components shall not be furnished.

Parts, equipment, and assemblies, which have been repaired or modified to overcome deficiencies, shall not be furnished without the approval of the purchaser. Component parts and units shall be manufactured to definite standard dimensions with proper fits, clearances and uniformity. Welded, bolted, and riveted construction utilized shall be in accordance with the highest standards of industry. General appearance of the vehicle shall not show any evidence of poor workmanship.

D. The following shall be reason for rejection:

1. Rough, sharp or unfinished edges, burrs, seams, corners, and joints.

2. Non-uniform panels. Edges that are not radiused, beveled, etc.

3.Paint runs, sags, orange peel, “fish eyes ”, etc.., and any other imperfection or lack of complete coverage of paints or coatings.

4. Body panels or components that are uneven, unsealed, or contain cracks, dents or have voids.

5. Misalignment of body fasteners, glass, viewing panels, light housings, other items with large or uneven gaps, spacing etc. such as door, body panels and hinged panels.

6. Improperly fabricated and routed wiring or harnesses, and electrical connections.

7. Improperly supported or secured hoses, wiring harnesses, mechanical controls etc., including interference with other components.

8. Interference of chassis components, body parts, doors, etc.

9. Leaks of any gas, vacuum, or fluid lines (air conditioning, coolant, oil, etc.).

10. Noise, panel vibrations etc.

11. Inappropriate or incorrect use of hardware, fasteners, components, or methods of construction.

12. Incomplete or improper welding, riveting or bolting.

13. Lack of uniformity and symmetry where applicable.

14. Loose, vibrating, abrading body parts, components, subassemblies, hoses, wiring harnesses or trim.

15. Improper body design or interface with the chassis that could cause injury during normal use or maintenance, and which fail to provide access to perform routine or mandatory repairs or maintenance on vehicle electrical and mechanical systems. In addition, the improper combination of options which by their combination and installation are inherently incompatible with regard to function or safety.

16. Sagging non-form fitting upholstery or padding, holes, tears, discoloration, etc.

17. Incomplete or incorrect application of rustproofing.

18. Visual deformities and equipment malfunctions.

19. Unsealed appurtenances or other body components, gaskets, etc.

20. In addition, any deviation from specification requirements or any other item, whether or not stipulated herein, that affects form, fit, function, finish, durability, reliability, safety, performance or appearance shall be cause for rejection.

3.12.2 EXTERNALLY THREADED FASTENERS.

Externally threaded inch –series steel bolts, screws, sems (screw and washer assemblies), studs, and u-bolts in sizes up to and including 1.5 inches, shall be a minimum of SAE Grade 5 and meet the specifications of the most current revision of SAE J429-Mechanical and Material Requirements for Externally Threaded Fasteners.

Metric externally threaded fasteners, if specified as required, shall meet the specifications of the most current revision of SAE J1199-Mechanical and Material Requirements For Metric Externally Threaded Fasteners. Metric fasteners shall be a minimum of Class 8.8 (sizes M17 –M36) or Class 9.8 (sizes M1.6-M16). In addition, these fasteners shall be furnished in accordance with ASME/ANSI B18.18.1M-1987- Inspection and Quality Assurance for General Purpose Fasteners.

3.13 VERIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

The successful offeror shall verify compliance to the requirements herein prior to first vehicle production release, based on the following verification matrix. Verification may be in the form of successful offeror production line bill of material, drawings, instructions, test results, vendor documentation, certifications, or design analytical data.

The successful offeror shall not proceed with production before receiving agreement from the Government that verification of compliance is satisfactory. Acceptance of designs by the Government does not relieve the successful offeror from the successful offeror’s responsibility to meet all the requirements and specifications herein, whether reviewed by the Government or not. It shall be the successful offeror’s responsibility to assure all production documentation results in the production of vehicles that are in compliance with these requirements and specifications.

PAC Post Award Conference Contract Award + 5 Days VDR Verification Design Review Receipt of Order + 60 Days FVI First Vehicle Inspection BOM Bill Of Material

The type of verification to be submitted for acceptance is listed below:

ET Engineering Test- to be performed by the successful offeror and results accepted by the Government. Engineering tests are tests resulting in data output from engineering instruments used to take measurements of parameters such as temperatures, sound levels, etc. Verification may be in the form of an engineering report, test result sheet, or test summary with results documented.

COC Confirmation of Compliance- Validation by analysis or production build documentation to be performed by the successful offeror and submitted for acceptance by the Government. Verification may be in the form of analysis summaries, build documentation, purchase orders, or similar written documentation.

QAPVT Quality Assurance Performance and Verification Testing- to be performed by the successful offeror and verified by the successful offeror to the Government. QAPVT tests are functional tests that do not involve instrumentation. The results are observable and recorded as pass/fail, i.e.

wheelchair lift platform functions as intended; lights function as intended, etc. Systems or components that fail shall be annotated with the corrective action taken and retested until passed.

The successful offeror shall, within 60 days after receipt of order, submit detailed plans for the performance of all ET tests. These plans, at a minimum, shall include all instruments to be used, their calibration certification, and the procedures to be followed.

Government acceptances of verification and designs shall constitute design freezes and enable the successful offeror to proceed with production activities relative to the accepted designs. The design freeze shall be effective for the duration of the production of the entire quantity of vehicles being procured.

Verification Matrix

SECTION NO. REQUIREMENT TO BE

VERIFIED

TYPE OF

VERIFICATION

WHEN VERIFICATION

REQUIRED

3.1 Chassis Chassis option codes

ordered

Curb weight and payload capacity estimate

COC

COC

VDR

VDR

3.1.2 Fuel Fired

Engine Pre-heater

Specification COC VDR

3.1.3 Fuel Fired Cab

Heater

Specification COC VDR

3.1.4 In-Line Fuel

Heater

Specification COC VDR

3.1.5 Oil Pan Heater Specification COC VDR

3.1.6 Crew Cab Window tint; lights QAPVT FVI

3.1.8 Hydraulic

Tailgate, Fold Under

Specification

Installation

COC

QAPVT

VDR

FVI

3.1.10 Spare Tire

Ass’y

3.1.11 Spare Tire

Carrier

Specification and installation

QAPVT FVI

3.1.12 Emergency

Equipment

Specification

Installation

COC

QAPVT

VDR

FVI

3.1.13 Placard

Holders

Installation QAPVT FVI

3.2 Van Body

General

Specification COC VDR

3.2.1 thru 3.2.9

Body Design

Specification COC VDR

3.2.10.1 thru 3.2.10.3

Body Mounting

Specification COC VDR

3.2.11 Body Exterior Specification COC VDR

3.2.11.1 Grounding

Boxes

Specification

Installation

COC

QAPVT

VDR

FVI

3.2.11.2 Storage

Boxes

Specification

Installation

COC

QAPVT

VDR

FVI

3.3 Heaters Specification

Installation

COC

QAPVT

VDR

FVI

3.4 Electric Chain

Hoist

Specification

Installation

COC

QAPVT

VDR

FVI

3.5 Storage Cabinet Specification COC VDR

3.6 Nitrogen Gas

Storage Racks

Specification

Installation

COC

QAPVT

VDR

FVI

3.7 Power Cable

Reel

Specification

Installation

COC

QAPVT

VDR

FVI

3.8 Power Cable

Access Door

Installation QAPVT FVI

3.9 Life Line

Attachment points

Installation QAPVT FVI

3.10 Ladder Rack Installation QAPVT FVI

3.11.1.1 thru 3.11.1.2

12V DC Lighting

Specification

Installation

COC

QAPVT

VDR

FVI

3.11.3 thru 3.11.5

115V AC Lighting and Wiring

Specification

Installation

COC

QAPVT

VDR

FVI

4.1 Water Spray

Test

Specification

Test

COC

QAPVT

VDR

FVI

5.0 Warranty Specification COC VDR

13.14 GSA FORM 1398

Unless otherwise specified, the Contractor shall affix one copy of GSA Form

1398, GSA Purchased Vehicle, fully completed, to the right or left front door lock face or door post after final inspection is made. All marks on windows and other labels (except labels cautioning against drained transmission, crankcase, and rear axle) shall be removed. Copies of GSA Form 1398 are available from the Contracting Officer.

NOTE TO OFFEROR: Data shown in the solicitation schedule of items may be utilized to satisfy the requirements for the following to be shown on GSA Form 1398:

(1) Receiving Agency—Examples are: State, USIA, Forest Service, GSA.

(2) Purchase Order No.—Use the five-digit "case" or "file" number (often referred to as the RPN Number).

4. Quality assurance.

4.1 WATER SPRAY TEST

Each side, front, rear, and top of the vehicle shall be subjected to a water spray test.

The successful offeror shall submit a water test plan to the Government for approval.

The plan submitted shall validate to the Government that the water spray test is engineered to be a test that is:

uniform as to spray pattern over the surfaces to be tested consistently repeatable from the first production vehicle through to the last produced vehicle consistent with driving through rain and truck wash apparatus

Any evidence of water penetration into the van body through body, roof, skylights, or wall structure shall be reason for rejection. A minor amount of water penetration (approximately a tablespoonful) into side compartments or rear doors is acceptable.

The water spray test shall be performed on the completed vehicle after road testing.

4.2 First production vehicle and production vehicle inspection.

The successful offeror shall furnish a first production vehicle for verification as meeting the requirements herein. The first production vehicle shall be, prior to offering for verification by the Government, complete in every respect, i.e., all components, equipment, and accessories assembled and installed and operational. Prior to presentation, the first production vehicle model shall be fully inspected for compliance with all contract requirements by the successful offeror’s quality inspectors. Such inspection results, including any interim inspections, shall be documented and presented to the government representatives with the pilot model vehicle. Inspection results shall include all deficiencies found and the corrective actions taken. The successful offeror shall assure that subsequent vehicles are identical to the approved first production vehicle. After Government acceptance of the first production vehicle, the successful offeror shall only substitute materials, components, or assemblies upon government acceptance of such and embodied in a contract modification.

Production vehicles shall be presented for Government verification of inspection, and shall be accompanied by documented evidence of successful offeror interim and final inspection as required above for first production vehicle.

5.0 Warranty.

The successful offeror shall provide the chassis manufacturer’s commercial warranty and the commercial furnished equipment warranties, including the body and all other parts and components required herein, against parts failure or malfunction due to design, construction or installation errors, defective workmanship, and missing or incorrect parts, for a minimum period of 36 months from date of acceptance or 36,000 miles of operation, exclusive of any authorized accumulated drive away mileage, whichever occurs first. If the successful offeror receives from any supplier or successful offeror additional warranty on the whole or any component of the vehicle, in form of time or mileage, including any prorated arrangements, or the successful offeror generally extends to its commercial customers greater or extended warranty coverage, the government shall receive corresponding warranty benefits. The warranty coverage shall begin when the Government accepts the vehicle from the successful offeror FOB point of origin/destination.